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Sharpen your writing, language, critical thinking, and reading skills with these instructional resources.
Resource 1: \"Words Are Birds\"—Teaching Metaphor with Francisco X. Alarcón
Students spot similes easily. Just look for the like or as. Metaphors often pose a challenge for readers, particularly when they don’t seem to make sense. HMH Into Literature author Carol Jago shares activities to help students understand and appreciate metaphors—as well as craft their own.
Consider which argument you would rather read and analyze. Then, choose one of the activities to complete as you reflect on your own opinions about that topic.
Download our free activities calendar for fun lessons to do with your class, plus engaging ways to commemorate and celebrate events throughout the year.
Download our free activities calendar for fun lessons to do with your class, plus engaging ways to commemorate and celebrate events throughout the year.
Get our free administrator’s guide to building a positive school culture, filled with practical advice, real-world examples, and resources for further exploration.
Download our free activities calendar for fun lessons to do with your class, plus engaging ways to commemorate and celebrate events throughout the year.
Get our free administrator’s guide to building a positive school culture, filled with practical advice, real-world examples, and resources for further exploration.
Sharpen your writing, language, critical thinking, and reading skills with these instructional resources.
Resource 1: "Words Are Birds"—Teaching Metaphor with Francisco X. Alarcón
Students spot similes easily. Just look for the like or as. Metaphors often pose a challenge for readers, particularly when they don’t seem to make sense. HMH Into Literature author Carol Jago shares activities to help students understand and appreciate metaphors—as well as craft their own.
Consider which argument you would rather read and analyze. Then, choose one of the activities to complete as you reflect on your own opinions about that topic.
